Tree Care Resources
Curated links to authoritative sources for deeper learning. These organizations provide research-backed information on tree health, pest identification, and forestry practices.
Lehigh Valley Regional
Local organizations focused on conservation in our area.
Pennsylvania State Resources
Official state agencies managing forest health and invasive species.
PA DCNR - Bureau of Forestry
State GovernmentPennsylvania's official forestry agency. Information on state forest health, native tree species, forest management practices, and conservation programs.
dcnr.pa.gov →PA Dept. of Agriculture - Spotted Lanternfly Program
State GovernmentOfficial state program for spotted lanternfly management. Quarantine information, permits for businesses, reporting tools, and treatment guidelines.
agriculture.pa.gov →PA DCNR - Forest Insects & Diseases
State GovernmentCurrent information on forest health threats in Pennsylvania including emerald ash borer, oak wilt, and other pests and diseases affecting our region.
dcnr.pa.gov →Federal Resources
National forestry agencies and research organizations.
USDA Forest Service - Northern Research Station
FederalFederal research on forests in the northeastern United States. Scientific publications, forest health monitoring data, and climate adaptation research.
fs.usda.gov →Emerald Ash Borer Information Network
Multi-AgencyCollaborative resource from USDA, university researchers, and state agencies. Maps of EAB spread, research updates, and management recommendations.
emeraldashborer.info →USDA APHIS - Emerald Ash Borer
FederalFederal regulatory information on EAB including quarantine status, biological control programs, and interstate movement restrictions.
aphis.usda.gov →Professional Organizations
Industry standards and certified professional directories.
International Society of Arboriculture (ISA)
ProfessionalThe leading professional organization for arborists. Find ISA Certified Arborists in your area, learn about proper tree care standards, and access homeowner education resources.
treesaregood.org →Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA)
ProfessionalTrade association for tree care companies. Their accreditation program helps identify companies that meet industry standards for safety and professionalism.
tcia.org →Arbor Day Foundation
NonprofitTree identification guides, planting instructions, and general tree care information. Good resource for learning about tree species and their care requirements.
arborday.org →University Extension Programs
Research-based information from agricultural extension services.
Penn State Extension - Tree Diseases
UniversityComprehensive disease identification and management information specific to Pennsylvania and the mid-Atlantic region. Research-backed guides on recognizing symptoms, understanding causes, and treating common tree diseases.
extension.psu.edu →Penn State - Spotted Lanternfly Management
UniversityThe definitive resource for spotted lanternfly information in Pennsylvania. Identification guides, lifecycle information, management strategies, and current research updates.
extension.psu.edu →Rutgers Urban Forestry Program
UniversityNew Jersey's urban forestry program with information applicable to our region. Resources on tree care, mulching, air quality, and urban tree management for the mid-Atlantic area.
urbanforestry.rutgers.edu →Note: These links are provided as educational resources. We are not affiliated with these organizations and cannot guarantee the accuracy of external content. Links were verified as of January 2026.